Tag: Local Government

CULLMAN, Ala. – Christmas may still be a couple of months away, but the City of Cullman Tree Commission is already making plans for one...

BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its Oct. 19 meeting discussed Halloween and town improvements.   The Berlin Farmers Market will welcome visitors for a night of trunk-or-treating on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 6-8...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission approved several resolutions, infrastructure projects and expenditures during its Tuesday, Oct. 20, meeting, while also recognizing two outgoing...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Plans for new cabins and storage buildings at Stony Lonesome OHV Park will go before the Cullman County Commission on Tuesday, Oct....

ARKADELPHIA, Ala. - A1 Composites LLC proposes a $9.785 million aerospace and defense-related manufacturing project that would create 170 new full-time jobs in Arkadelphia, according...

CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council, on Monday, Oct. 15, adopted Resolution No. 2026-155 which authorizes Mayor Woody Jacobs to enter into professional services contract with Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood for the development of a comprehensive...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council addressed several matters involving city operations during its Thursday, Oct. 8, meeting, including additional funding for road repairs,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council President Kim Hall hopes her participation in a new North Alabama leadership program will lead to partnerships and ideas...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Commissioner Kelly Duke hopes a new North Alabama leadership program will help the county learn from neighboring communities and build...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed October 2026 Alpha Delta Kappa (ADK) Month in the city of Cullman, recognizing the contributions of ADK members to education...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed Oct. 17 Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Day in Cullman, recognizing residents living with the disease and those who care for...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed October 2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the city of Cullman, joining communities across the country...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Hanceville's fiscal year 2026-27 budget projects approximately $5.46 million in revenue and $5.17 million in expenditures, leaving an anticipated $289,044.32 in...

CULLMAN, Ala. - A planned $15 million commercial development on Third Street Southwest, including a new First National Bank facility and property reserved for future...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Monday, Sept. 28, proclaimed October 2026 Dyslexia Awareness Month. The Council also adopted an amendment to the Zoning...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A Murphy USA project planned for Second Avenue Northwest has moved into the permitting stage following several months of action before the City...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission adopted its fiscal year 2026-2027 budget Sept. 22, with funding going toward county operations, roads and infrastructure, public safety,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Bidding has closed on another construction project at Cullman Regional Airport as the City of Cullman and Cullman County continue a multiyear expansion and...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A planned 150-residence development near Cullman Regional has moved into the environmental permitting process following preliminary subdivision approval earlier this summer.  The Alabama...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 22, approved its fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and a lengthy list of county business items.   One...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Walmart’s multiyear modernization of its Cullman Distribution Center continues, with a building permit valued at approximately $29.55 million issued this summer for work at...

The Cullman County Commission posted the following notice for Cullman County Water and Sanitation customers:  PAYMENT TRANSITION Important Notice to Cullman County Water & Sanitation Customers  Sept. 25 is...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Sept. 14, adopted a $158.8 million budget for fiscal year 2027, including a $58.4 million General...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its Sept. 14 meeting voted to surplus the town's water tower.   The Council noted that the water tower has been up since...

Updated Sept. 18, 2026, at 5:59 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Sept. 14 meeting approved the city’s FY2027 budget. It also welcomed a...

Updated Sept. 12, 2026, at 1:28 p.m. HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Hanceville City Council approved several measures involving infrastructure, community events and local organizations during its Sept. 10 meeting.  The Council authorized Mayor...

CULLMAN, Ala. – As of Sept. 1, there are two locations available to Cullman city residents to pay their water, sewer and sanitation bills.    Cullman City Hall  204 Second Ave. NE   Hours of operation are Monday through Friday,  from 7:30...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Planning Commission met on Tuesday, Sept. 1, to address Ordinance No. 2026-42, which would prohibit the development and operation...

VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council approved its proposed budgets for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and moved forward with several projects during its...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Aug. 31 meeting adopted two resolutions pertaining to transportation improvements. Resolution No. 2026-140 outlines the city’s...

Publisher’s note: This article has been updated to clarify the terms of the cell tower lease agreement. Mayor Nolan Bradford said the city will...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman will move to an optional residential curbside recycling program beginning Feb. 1, 2027, replacing its small blue bins...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission is working on several projects that could shape how trees are planted, maintained and promoted around the city in the months ahead.  One...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Revenue Commissioner Barry Willingham and Revenue Commissioner-elect Mike Pitts will spend the coming weeks visiting senior centers across the county...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals met on Aug. 18, to address one variance request.   The request pertained to the minimum lot area for...

GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Garden City Town Council at its Aug. 17 meeting welcomed special guest, Animal-Angels Foundation Founder BJ Adkins.   Adkins stated the group hopes to bring “what we call high-impact clinics. We want to...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville could know within approximately two weeks whether it can obtain insurance coverage for a future municipal police department, Mayor Nolan...

COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council at its Aug. 11 addressed local roads.  The Council announced that the town was not awarded a grant from the Rebuild Alabama Act Annual Grant Program this year.   The Alabama Department of...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, Aug. 10, approved several economic development items, including The Shoppes at Heritage Park, a new multiacre development planned for the corner...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission approved two economic development agreements, adopted several policies and handled a number of contracts, purchases and other items during its Aug. 11 meeting. The commission also...

Updated Aug. 11, 2026, at 8:40 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman and Cullman County have approved a performance-based incentive package for a...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County officials and employees have earned statewide recognition for the third consecutive year after completing a month of workplace safety...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  The City of Cullman Planning Commission on Tuesday recommended zoning changes that would prohibit new detached single-family homes in R-4 residential districts and approved...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Council at its meeting on Monday, Aug. 3, discussed multiple park improvements and more.      Mayor Carla Hart announced that 16 new tables were ordered for the ballpark. The were slated...

VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 4, approving several resolutions and moving forward with plans to expand the Vinemont...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday discussed plans for the town park, starting with the pickleball courts and lighting, then venturing...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs and former Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer joined Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council at its July 23 meeting swore in new City Clerk Teja McIntyre. McIntyre replaces former clerk Tania Wilcox, who resigned earlier in the summer.    Mayor Nolan...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on Tuesday, July 21, approved a wide range of resolutions, purchases, contracts and subdivision plats.  The Commission adopted Resolution 2026-37, lowering the speed limit...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Monday, July 20 meeting approved $5.09 million in financing for drinking water system improvements, held...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Six months into the current Cullman City Council term, Council President Pro Tem David Moss Jr. believes one of Cullman’s greatest success...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Six months into her first term on the Cullman City Council and her role as council president, Kim Hall said her early...

COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council at its July 14 meeting heard from Councilmen Michael Johnson and Jerrold Flanigan reported on a grant-writing seminar they recently attended in...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman is moving forward with a $1.5 million renovation and expansion of The Center of the Arts Community Theatre, a...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Six months into his term representing Place 4 on the Cullman City Council, Paul Schaffer said the city’s ability to grow will depend largely on infrastructure...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Planning Commission met on Tuesday, July 7, for its monthly meeting. The commissioners approved the minutes of the previous meeting and went on to...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Infrastructure improvements are moving forward on Logan Street Southwest, with additional work planned on Sixth Street Southwest and Austin Avenue Southwest. City...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman is preparing to replace approximately 9,100 linear feet of its 30-inch primary water transmission pipeline, a nearly 60-year-old line that...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman residents using an average of 8,000 gallons of water per month are expected to save roughly $10 per month under the city’s fiscal year 2027...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Hanceville City Council at its meeting on July 9 approved several appointments, funding requests and community initiatives. These included the approval of a long-discussed rezoning ordinance and the relocation of the city's food pantry.  The council nominated Teja McIntyre to serve as city clerk. An official employment offer will be extended to McIntyre in the coming...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Monday, July 6, meeting approved new fiscal year 2027 sanitation, sewer and water rates, along...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday voted to table a motion to create a franchise agreement with Sprout Fiber Internet, declining to...

VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 7, at the Vinemont Town Hall.   During the work session, council...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman was recently recognized by the Liberty Learning Foundation for its continued support of the organization’s civics education programs in...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its meeting Thursday, June 25, the Hanceville City Council approved funding for a municipal operations software modernization project and postponed...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Monday, June 22, adopted a temporary moratorium on data centers, declared nuisance properties...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Monday, June 22, adopted a temporary moratorium on data centers. What is a data...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman is recognizing the employees who help keep public rights of way clean, safe and attractive, while also reminding residents that...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County residents are being asked to share their concerns about roadway safety as the county develops a Safe Streets and Roads...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Tree Commission met Tuesday, June 16, in the Administration Conference Room at city hall. The meeting was held in the...

BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its June 15 meeting adopted a new amusement and gaming device ordinance and announced an upcoming...

Updated June 19, 2026, at 8:27 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – At its meeting on Monday, June 15, the Cullman City Council set a public hearing...

DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council met Thursday, June 11, to review town finances and discuss several community projects and maintenance needs.  Council members...

COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council at its June meeting voted to postpone its clean-up event that was scheduled for June 13, due to weather. Mayor Jasmine Cole said...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday addressed a full agenda including multiple items related to the town’s parks and recreation facilities and...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its meeting on Thursday, May 28, the Hanceville City Council approved park improvement funding and a liquor license for a local restaurant.   Parks  Councilman Robert Powell explained the proposal of combining...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council had a regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, May 26. During the financial reports, council members reviewed grant...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Officials from Cullman Electric Cooperative and Cullman County recently met to discuss the transition of water and sanitation billing services from Cullman Electric...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Tuesday, May 26, passed a resolution to approve an economic development tax abatement...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments met Tuesday, May 19, at Technology Village at 105 Clark St. NE. The meeting was called to order by Zach Lee at...

BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council at its Monday, May 18 meeting addressed road projects and more.   The council said paving of Mt. Carmel...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at a special-called meeting on Monday, May 18, voted to seek a grant through the U.S. Department...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed May 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month in the city of Cullman, recognizing the importance of mental wellness and continued...

DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council at its May 14 meeting discussed financial updates, infrastructure projects and audit findings.   The council approved the March financial report, which...

COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council at its Tuesday, May 12, meeting discussed town clean-up efforts and the purchase of a new hitch trimmer mower attachment.   Councilwoman Mary Parker...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council, at its meeting on Monday night, approved multiple rezoning ordinances and awarded a bid for the Scott Drive sewer project.   The...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its Monday, May 11, meeting approved several special event requests, including the Christina Chambers Twilight 5K...

HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting on Monday, May 4, announced park upgrades and discussed the upcoming Pops in the Park...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday, May 4, presented the City of Cullman’s Small Business Week proclamation in his office at...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday, April 27, heard from local advocates and state leaders who spoke about child welfare issues and funding for city infrastructure.  Alyson...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met April 21 at Cullman City Hall. City Arborist Shane Bivins reported business as usual and responded...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council, during the public comments portion of its April 23 meeting, heard from Cullman Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Alyson Stewart on the subject of child abuse.    “It’s become a...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on April 21, recognized Ryans Creek Cemetery and Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery for being listed on the Alabama Historical...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments & Appeals at its April 21 meeting approved an expansion for Auto Zone.   Auto Zone, located at 210 Second Ave. NW, will expand from 9,000 square...

BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council at its meeting Monday, April 20, announced a ribbon cutting for the Berlin Farmers Market will take place Friday, May 8, at...

CULLMAN, Ala. – At the City of Cullman Planning Commission’s April meeting, Commissioner  Michael Sullins announced the Commission would be requesting an updated Comprehensive Plan from the Cullman City Council.  “It is recommended by the code of...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday split 3-2 over a resolution offering $800,000 in financial incentives to Rural King to support...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an economic development agreement tied to a proposed Rural King store, advancing a project...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at is April 9 meeting addressed online registration for youth parks and recreation league sports.   Council members voted to use Jarvis Recreation Management registration management software as...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its April 6 meeting distributed funds to local schools and held a public hearing about vacating roads.    With...